Using bioethanol safely
Many people worry about the dangers of using bioethanol in their home. Ethanol, and the fireplaces that burn it, must of course meet certain fundamental criteria. Pur-Ethanol is committed to supplying an ethanol of agricultural and organic origin. Because it comes from French sugar beet farming, it is in fact a bioethanol of very great purity. Not all bioethanol fireplaces are equal, however. Pur-Ethanol strongly encourages you to choose a model recognized by the AFNOR standard.
Consumer organizations, working with the public authorities, set out essential precautionary measures. The aim was to extend the provisions already in place for paraffin and gas heaters, adapting them to the specific features of an ethanol fireplace. These are simple precautions intended to prevent any danger linked to the use of bioethanol. To avoid any risk of poisoning or burns, here are a few essential points.
Go for the best possible protection
To date, many manufacturers do not apply it, but Pur-Ethanol advises you to choose an appliance that carries it, for maximum safety. You can then use our fireplace bioethanol in the best possible conditions, with no concern for your health. The words “Conforme à la norme Afnor D35-386” are a mark of safety. They identify appliances meeting these specific criteria.
This standard also fits entirely with the values Pur Ethanol stands for. Let us not forget that the purpose of the standard is to prevent fire and poor combustion. In doing so, it limits as far as possible the risk of toxic fumes or fine particles harmful to our biosphere.
With an Afnor D35-386 certified appliance, you can use our Pur Ethanol organic extra-fine alcohol in complete peace of mind, to keep warm at the end of winter and make your home an elegant, welcoming place.